Are you planning to move with pets to Costa Rica? If so, then you have lots of questions. Even more questions, if your pet weighs over 15 pounds and therefore does not qualify as an airline carry-on. The good news is that pet import to Costa Rica is fairly simple and straightforward, as international regulations…
Before 2019, there was no tax on capital gains in Costa Rica (except for property developers). On July 1 of that year, a tax was implemented – but not to the extent you might fear. There are a lot of ins and outs to the new(ish) law, but let’s start with a blanket statement: There…
One of the best things about living in Costa Rica, in the province of Guanacaste, and specifically, in the town of Tamarindo, is our outdoor lifestyle. From surfing and swimming to finding our favorite routes to sail and the best hikes near Tamarindo, we love to constantly discover new and wonderful reasons to appreciate our…
Once a sandy little fishing village, Tamarindo has grown into its reputation as a bustling coastal town and a world-renowned Costa Rica surf spot. These waves are worth it! But don’t let Tamarindo’s reputation precede it: While we undoubtedly have epic surf, that doesn’t mean that all our surf is epic. Yes, you’ll find waves…
So, you know you want to live in Costa Rica. You’re pretty sure you want to buy property. But you’re still wondering whether you’d be better suited to building or buying a house in Costa Rica… well, this one’s for you! Hi, I’m Rebecca Clower (my friends call me Becky). For more than 15 years,…
If you’re not from earthquake country – and by that, we don’t mean a country with earthquakes but rather, a specific place that experiences earthquakes – then you may wonder (with a little bit of concern, even) what earthquakes in Costa Rica are really like. Let’s start with this: You won’t even feel the vast…
Thinking about relocating to Costa Rica? On behalf of Blue Water Properties and myself (hi!), I’m so excited to introduce our new relocation department and RebeccaClower.com, the online home of our owner, broker, and in-house relocation expert. Meet your #1 advocate and cheerleader, ready to tell the whole truths, the hard truths, and the beautiful truths about…
Have you heard, read, or been told that there’s no MLS in Costa Rica? From time immemorial straight through September 2022, that was a true statement. Key word: was. Because, in September 2022, there will be a centralized system. There will be Costa Rica MLS listings. There will be higher professional and ethical standards. There…
Life is full of lessons. And for us, Costa Rica living is replete with many good ones. From the lessons we learn from nature to the lessons we learn from each other and ourselves, the longer we spend in Costa Rica, the more we are aware of life’s big and little things. And while there…
Stunning scenery, ideal climate, wonderful people and proximity to International Airports, Costa Rica has become a popular area for investment, relocation and retirement for many North Americans and Europeans alike.
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